How many syllables in “indefectibly”?
syllables in "indefectibly"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · de · fec · ti · bly
Letters
12
i · n · d · e · f · e · c · t · i · b · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “indefectibly”
The word “indefectibly” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · de · fec · ti · bly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indefectibly" have?
"indefectibly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indefectibly" into syllables?
"indefectibly" is divided into syllables as: in · de · fec · ti · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "indefectibly"?
The Scrabble score for "indefectibly" is 23 points.
Using “indefectibly” in writing
"indefectibly" (in · de · fec · ti · bly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “indefectibly” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.